NCIt related terms : Thyroid-Stimulating Hormone Receptor; TSH Receptor;
NCIt definition : Thyrotropin receptor (764 aa, 87 kDa) is encoded by the human TSHR gene. This protein
is involved in thyrotropin- and thyrostimulin-dependent G protein-coupled receptor
signaling and the regulation of thyroid function.;
Alternative definition : CDISC: An antigen encoded by the TSHR gene that responds to thyroid-stimulating hormone
and is involved in the regulation of thyroid function. It can be considered as an
autoantigen and is commonly associated with autoimmune thyroid diseases.;